HW Finance are pleased to be partnering with a leading construction and manufacturing business, backed by Private Equity and in their next phase of growth, to hire a newly created Finance Manager position.

About the role:

This is a hands-on and varied role, involved in month end process, system changes and process improvements, embedding best practice, and managing a small team. This role is ideal for someone seeking their first step up to a Finance Manager position, offering broad exposure in a fast-growing and successful business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the management accounting and reporting function across a division of the business
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
• Support the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors
• Review financial statements, month end and year end accounts
• Conduct variance analysis and investigate any discrepancies
• Business partner operational and commercial leaders, to support business decisions
• Work closely with department heads to develop budgets and forecasts
• Present meaningful financial analysis and commentary
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Ad hoc support to Financial Controller and wider team

About You:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified (or equivalent)
• Strong management accounting or financial reporting  background
• People management/mentoring experience
• Proactive and professional in approach

What’s on offer:

• Salary c£60-65k (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working
• Strong progression prospects